In the latest Real Estate Syndication Show episode, we welcomed Pasha Esfandiary, founder of Evoke Capital, to discuss his journey from professional poker to real estate mogul. Esfandiary's team has grown their portfolio to 1,850 units, mainly in the last 24 months, emphasizing a people-first strategy.Key Takeaways:Poker to Real Estate: Esfandiary transitioned from poker to real estate, starting with flipping a mobile home. He shared insights from the learning curve he experienced.Rapid Expansion: He outlined how Evoke Capital achieved swift growth and the challenges of scaling. The focus was on making strategic decisions and long-term planning.Company Culture: The importance of building a robust company culture and infrastructure for sustainable growth was highlighted.Capital Raising: Esfandiary discussed raising capital through referrals and a strong network, leading to the success of their $17 million fund.Market Insights: He shared perspectives on mobile home park investments and seizing opportunities in current market trends.Investor Advice: Esfandiary emphasized understanding investment goals and aligning with operators' strategies.Success Metrics: He measures success by happiness, gratitude, and pursuing long-term visions.Mentorship: Esfandiary finds mentoring more rewarding than monetary gains, helping others achieve their goals.Esfandiary story underlines the power of goal setting, embracing change, and mentorship in real estate. His approach to building a strong foundation for Evoke Capital and prioritizing culture and infrastructure offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs. His commitment to health, family, and giving back through mentorship sets him apart as an industry leader.Contact Pasha Esfandiary at pasha@evokecapital.net orAfter interviewing thousands of entrepreneurs, one truth is clear: business success means little if it costs your marriage, family, or faith.I'm now hosting the Courageous Men podcast for men who want to lead well at home and at work. I'm looking for five men to walk closely with who want to lead well at home and work.  Email me at whitney@whitneysewell.com and tell me why you should be one of the five. whitneysewell.com  VISIT OUR WEBSITEhttps://lifebridgecapital.com/Here are ways you can work with us here at Life Bridge Capital:⚡️START INVESTING TODAY: If you think that real estate syndication may be right for you, contact us today to learn more about our current investment opportunities: https://lifebridgecapital.com/investwithlbc⚡️Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealEstateSyndicationShow📝 JOIN THE DISCUSSIONhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/realestatesyndication➡️ FOLLOW UShttps://twitter.com/whitney_sewell https://www.instagram.com/whitneysewell/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-sewell/ ⭐ Be Our Guest!We are continuously working hard to help our listeners with their journey to real estate syndication. If you think you can add value in any way to our listeners who are in commercial real estate, then we’d love to have you over. Apply here: https://lifebridgecapital.com/join-our-podcast/